Tennis Coach

**Tennis Coach**:

- Multiple roles available
- Create engaging and fun classes

At UQ Sport, it’s our vision to be Australia’s number one sporting university and our mission to deliver exceptional sporting opportunities for The University of Queensland (UQ) Community. We’re Queensland’s largest multi-sport facility and have Athletics, Aquatic, Tennis and Fitness Centres, as well as grass and synthetics playing fields, indoor and outdoor multi-sport courts, function spaces and retail outlets. Our memberships base spans over 4,000 customers, with a further 7,000 people actively involved across UQ’s 35+ sporting clubs.

We’re firm believers that work shouldn’t be dull and boring Our team is passionate about creating an awesome culture that promotes work-life balance, health and wellbeing, personal and professional growth, and most importantly, fun

Our staff are proud to work at UQ Sport, and it shows in the exceptional work we do. Our not-for-profit organisation delivers almost 400 diverse programs to UQ students, staff and alumni, as well as the general public, across the University’s St Lucia and Gatton campuses.

**ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY**:
UQ Sport is looking for confident, reliable and passionate tennis coaches to join our busy Tennis Centre based at UQ St Lucia Campus. Your exceptional communication, sportsmanship and ability to build relationships with UQ Sport clients will help you expand your portfolio and work hours.

**In this role you will**:

- Deliver junior, adult and group tennis coaching to players of all ages and abilities
- Assess players’ abilities and provide them with instruction to improve their skills on the tennis court
- Share your passion with those you coach, motivating players’ irrespective of the level of their play

**To be successful in the role you will**:

- Have familiarity with the different ‘colour’ stages within Tennis Australia’s Hot Shots Program.
- Have demonstrated experience in Cardio Tennis is a plus
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Valid Blue Card

**WORK PERKS**:

- A friendly work environment that produces amazing teamwork
- FREE access to all UQ Sport venues & FREE equipment hire
- FREE entry to Group Fitness programs
- Discounts on Individual Program Enrollments
- Great discounts on a range of food, beverage and retail items from UQ Sport outlets
- Access to fully subsidized income protection if working over 20 hours per week
- Reimbursement of required qualification renewals (Ts &Cs Apply)
- Support & Resources plus extra discounts with Lifeworks our EAP provider

**HOW TO APPLY**:
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

UQ Sport is an equal employment opportunity provider. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and diverse workforce. We believe that embracing the differences and expertise in our employees makes us a stronger organization.

**Our Benefits**:
Round here, we’re all about building a bangin’ culture that encourages work-life balance, flexibility, wellbeing, and self-discovery.

We’re passionate about offering work perks that really matter - adaptable work arrangements, free health and fitness, better-than-the-norm entitlements, tailored learning opportunities, product discounts, and more
- Work-Life Balance
- Health & Wellbeing
- Learning & Development
- Fun Stuff & Free Stuff
- Lifestyle Perks

**Work-Life Balance**:
**Work-life balance**:

- 35 hour work week with flexible arrangements to suit your lifestyle
- Paid Parental Leave for both primary and secondary caregivers, with the option to receive half pay and extend your leave
- Additional paid leave between Christmas and New Year
- A day off for your Birthday

**Health & Wellbeing**:
**Health & Wellbeing**:

- FREE Gold (St Lucia) or All Access (Gatton) Membership for all employees, plus one (1) nominated additional person for permanent staff
- FREE professional, confidential coaching and support for you and your eligible family members through our Employee Assistance Program

**Learning & Development**:
**Learning & Development**:

- Admittance to a wide variety of training & personal development workshops
- Up to four (4) days’ Study Leave per year
- Access to a comprehensive online learning & development platform
- Renewal payments for role-essential qualifications and professional memberships

**Fun Stuff & Free Stuff**:
**Discounts & Free Stuff**:

- Salary packaging available on novated leasing, everyday purchases, holiday accommodation and more
- Discounts on full-priced Pro Shop & UQ Shop stock, as well as food and beverages across all UQ Sport venues and managed cafés
- Discounted UQ Community rate on individual program enrolments, including Social Sport
- Additional income opportunities, including casual hours for permanent staff, and work across multiple venues
- Automatic acceptance into UQ Sport’s Income Protection Insurance Group Policy for eligible employees, of which we pay 100% of your premium

**Lifestyle Perks**: